Marketing Manager – Local & In Store Projects (Contract)
Nottingham (ideally onsite, flexible hybrid)
Initial 4-week contract with view to be extended (immediate start)
We’re looking for an experienced Marketing Manager to step into a high-impact, short-term contract role focused on local, in-store marketing strategy and execution for one of the best known brands in the UK.
This is a hands‑on assignment where you’ll take ownership of local marketing best practices across retail stores, helping elevate performance in highly competitive locations while covering a key team member currently on long‑term sick leave.
The Role
Reporting into the Head of In-Store Marketing, this role sits at the intersection of strategy, project delivery, and retail experience.
You’ll be responsible for shaping and implementing local marketing initiatives within stores, ensuring the brand stands out against competitors such as Sephora and Superdrug.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement local marketing strategies to drive footfall and in-store engagement
* Identify opportunities to strengthen presence in high‑competition retail locations
* Lead the setup of best practices for in-store marketing across the business
* Support new store openings and refurbishments, including launch strategies
* Contribute to upcoming beauty-focused concept store launches
* Design and execute experiential activations to enhance the retail experience
* Work cross‑functionally with Social, CRM, and wider marketing teams
* Act as a strategic project lead, defining clear goals, KPIs, and success metrics
* Audit existing activity pipelines to ensure strong marketing fundamentals are in place
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience in retail or in-store marketing
* Strong 360‑degree marketing expertise across multiple channels
* Ability to build scalable local marketing frameworks
* A strategic thinker who can also execute at pace
* Experience managing complex stakeholder environments
* Strong project management and organisational skills
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to drive alignment across teams
* Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, short‑term impact role
The Opportunity
This is a unique opportunity to:
* Make an immediate, visible impact in a well‑known retail environment
* Shape how local marketing is delivered at scale
* Work on high‑profile store launches and concept development
* Leave behind a lasting strategic framework for the business
If you’re a hands‑on, strategic marketer who thrives in retail environments and can hit the ground running, we’d love to hear from you.
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